Amylase, Body Fluid
| Abbrev Code: | FAMYP | ||
| Order Code: | LAB178 | Order Name: | Amylase Fluid |
| Order Instructions: | Use test code FAMYT if timed specimen. | ||
| Methodology: | Enzymatic colorimetric | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82150 x1, 82150 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Indicate type of fluid on request form. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Body fluid |
| Optimal Volume: | 1.25 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Causes for Rejection: | Duodenal fluid pH <6 |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Measure and record total volume for duodenal fluids. Aliquot 1.25 mL, 0.6 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | To be determined by M Health Fairview Labs. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (Roche-UMMC East) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | No reference ranges have been established. This result should be interpreted in the context of the patient's clinical condition and compared to simultaneous measurement in the patient's blood. |
| Use: | Suspected pancreatic disease. |
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